Lead engineering efforts to strengthen water and wastewater systems in small, under-resourced communities across the country. In this role, you will guide multidisciplinary teams through the planning, analysis, and design of critical infrastructure projects, ensuring solutions are technically sound, environmentally responsible, and aligned with community needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct teams of engineers, scientists, and analysts in delivering technical support for drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater systems
- Conduct independent evaluations of existing infrastructure to identify gaps and improvement opportunities
- Prepare comprehensive planning documents, including Preliminary Engineering Reports and feasibility studies
- Develop preliminary and detailed designs that support funding applications and regulatory compliance
- Engage directly with local stakeholders to collect input, build consensus, and support project advancement
- Assess innovative treatment technologies and recommend solutions tailored to community scale and capacity
- Analyze environmental, cost, and public health impacts of proposed projects, including risks from emerging contaminants like PFAS
- Provide technical mentorship to junior and mid-level engineers and serve as a subject matter expert
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in municipal water or wastewater system planning and design
- Proven experience working with rural and small communities on infrastructure needs assessments
- Experience developing Master Plans, Capital Improvement Plans, and Facility Planning studies
- Strong background in water distribution, wastewater collection, and treatment system design
- Familiarity with hydraulic modeling, 3D modeling, process design, and asset management software
- Understanding of funding mechanisms and governance structures related to public infrastructure investment
Preferred Background
- Holding PE licensure in multiple states
- Experience designing and evaluating decentralized wastewater systems
Work Environment
This position operates in a hybrid model, combining remote work with periodic travel to community sites for infrastructure assessments. The role supports a mission-driven effort to improve public health and environmental outcomes through equitable access to reliable water services. Career growth is supported through technical leadership opportunities and professional development in a flexible work setting.
